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Sweet Meadow Stable Sweet Meadow Stable is a full service natural equine facility located in Selbyville, Delaware. The stable has been in operation for over thirteen years and Shelley Wright-Estevam is the owner and head instructor on the property.
Shelley & "Rasta Phonix" Summer 06.
The stable is conviently located five minutes from the North Ocean City, Maryland/ Fenwick Island area's and eight minutes from Bethany Beach, on Deer Run Road, off of Rt. 20.
Julia showing "Brookside Pocket Watch" at his first CESHS show. Summer 2009.
Sweet Meadow's mission is to create a safe and natural enviroment where students of all ages can learn true horsemanship in it's purest form. Shelley will invite you to explore methods never before thought of in this often traditional sport. She will also help you to understand horses in their entirety, and to communicate gently but effectively with them at all times. Riders with fear, problem solving, and "pro-active" riding are her specialities.
Carol & her favorite horse "Larks Regal Player" during warm-up at a show. Fall 2009.
What is pro-active riding? Riding to prevent accidents, foresee issues before they begin and doing particular things to build a relationship instead of dominate one, (thus not reaching a climax/accident.) Shelley's heart is in her students and keeping them safe and learning to listen to their equine partners is the key ingredient at her stable. Being around horses is dangerous enough, so having a person who truly understands horses is paramount.
Ava and "Cedarcrest Forget Me Knot" both listening to each other and taking home the blue in a over fences class. Summer 2009.
Whether you are a local here or down for the summer, Sweet Meadow has something for everyone, all ages and all levels. This place is NOT your typical horse stable. Check out our site and find out why we're different, meanwhile enjoy your visit!
One of our smalls, "Cedarcrest Tappenzee Eurp" Smiling For The Camera!
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Updated 2/7/10
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Sign-Up For Spring Registration!
Spring lessons start the 1st week of March.
Sign-up today and don't get left out of your favorite group! Spaces filling up quickly so contact Shelley today to reserve your spot for 2010.
See the lesson page for 2010 price options.
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WINTER SHOWING!
~2010 has started out great! We have a winter show team that has been very active and enjoying winter shows at Kershaw Acres.
~Our lesson program will be back up and running the 1st week in March and run through November 2010. Registrations are now being accepted for spring classes, and as Lucy is demonstrating below, she thinks our barn in number ONE!
~We are also looking for some good help here at the barn. Chores include feeding, watering, barn cleaning etc. Inquire within.
~It's been a long cold winter and Mrs. Shelley can't wait to see her students back! This is going to be a big year for many SMS young riders... many moving up to new groups and were expecting some new show team members too!
~Don't forget gift certificates are always available!
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CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!
CESHS 2009 MERIT RIDER'S
Pictured Front row, Riley- Merit in Leadline, Julia- Merit in Short Stirrup and Morgan- Merit in Leadline.
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Winter Horse Leases Have Begun!
Sweet Meadow Stable is proud to offer the most affordable leases in the area! Many horses and ponies to choose from. Check out our sale/lease page to see what are the requirements and what horses are available!
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Keeping horses affordable is the name of the game!
We are saving you money in 2010,with SMS Coupons. Check out our new coupon page. Your sure to find something for everyone!
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House For Rent
Only minutes to the beach! 700 square foot small home attached to stable for rent. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath (huge jacuzzi tub,) full kitchen, den area, patio and huge yard. Washer/dryer, heat/air conditioning, parking space for 2 cars and a huge fenced in yard.
Home is floored in 100% wood linoleum, with many windows and a perfect view of the entire horse farm. PETS WELCOME.
** Would prefer a "horse savvy" tenant.
** Ideally, tenant would own a horse and could board it right here, in exchange for possible "free horse board" to help manage facility.
One Person Rent- $750/mth.
Two Person Rent- $ 850/mth.
Interested? Contact Shelley for an interview at 302-436-8458.
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HELP WANTED
Sweet Meadow Stable is looking for the following in exchange for board, lessons, leasing or one of the many services we offer. These are not paid positions, they are barter positions.
Barn Manager: This position is for somebody to do AM and PM feedings, and to oversee most farm operations.
Working Students: Ages 12-Adult. Duties may include, feedings, mucking, general farm work.
Reapirs Needed: Maybe you or somebody you know can help us out for these things that need repair.
Lawn Mower- repair
Privacy Fence- installed
If you are interested, contact Shelley Today and see what we can work out! shelldubz2@aol.com .
Paid Position Available:
Lesson Instructor: Looking for somebody to join our team in teaching at our busy lesson barn! Only a few hours a week. Contact Shelley.
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New Intense 2 Hour Private Lessons with Shelley Wright. Do wish you understood horses better? Want to know their next move before it happens? How about problem solving?
These 2 straight hours of intense learning is guaranteed to blow your mind! Perfect for people who are FEARFUL, students who need more CONFIDENCE, riders who seek more UNDERSTANDING or people who know something is lacking in their current lesson program. Rates are on "riding lesson" page. Keep in mind these are NATURAL HORSEMANSHIP lessons being offered with the focus on ground work, and effective communication, with eventual riding, (not equitation lessons.)
See the lesson page for more info and prices!
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Thoughtful Letters Are pouring in about our SMS schooling series we hold the last Saturday of every month. If you have not been here yet, come on out and enjoy one of the area's best schooling shows around!
From competitor's:
Dear Shelley,
Thank you for putting on such a great schooling show. Everyone at the show was so helpful and nice! The classes you offer really encourage the young (and novice) horseperson! Having the in-hand classes is also a plus. We try to encourage our kids to work on showmanship and good manners. Our girls spend a lot of time grooming and leading (they are working on riding too) so it is so nice they can actually partcipate in classes including in-hand trail and showmanship! Watching all the kids (and adults) work with their horses & ponies, it is obvious that you promote good showmanship and great sportsmanship. We enjoyed our day and are looking forward to the next show.
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June 1st, 2008
Dear Shelley,
Thanks again for a wonderfully run show. The kids had a great time. Both of your judges have been very nice. The young lady on Saturday was exceptionally good. She was very professional but not intimidating to the kids. She made very helpful and positive comments. It was obvious that she knew what she was she was doing, and that she had good and clear expectations. We thank you for providing such a wonderful opportunity for these kids (of all ages!) Thank you once again for a great day.
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Dear Shelley,
We had a very nice time and enjoyed meeting so many nice horsey people of all ages. It was great for our gaited trail/field horses to experience so many new sites, sounds and acitvities! It was delightful to be there to cheer on the kids who were doing such wonderful work on their horse and pony buddies! I'll also add that I was pleasently surprised with the positive behavior I noticed from so many of the young riders. However, the young riders we met at your show all seemed to be friendly, conscientious and good sports, that made our day out even nicer!
:-) Thanks to your crew for hosting such a fun show. Here's to wishing you a wonderful week.
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